Recent Exam Question for the Speaking Test- (6th June 2017)

Describe an important decision that you made in your life :

You should say :
What the decision was
When did you took it
What was the result of the decision and whether it was a good choice
Explain why it is an important decision or choice for you?

We all encounter crucial decisions in life that have the power to shape our future. One such life-changing decision for me was made during my 10th-grade studies. Back then, I realized that the city where I completed my high school education didn’t offer many opportunities, and I yearned to pursue further studies in a bigger city, specifically Pune. Driven by a desire to explore myself and embrace new experiences, I decided to embark on this journey.

However, I must admit that my initial decisions were not the wisest. I chose the wrong school and made friends who didn’t contribute positively to my growth. Consequently, I found myself in troubling situations and felt lost and numb. Those were tough years for my parents, witnessing their child struggle. I considered myself a failure at that time. Yet, destiny had better plans for me, and a turning point arrived when I joined college, followed by a job at a multinational company.

Reflecting upon this experience, I now realize that every decision, regardless of its outcome, serves as a valuable lesson. It has instilled in me the wisdom to make better choices and the realization of the importance of opportunities and hard work. I have learned that finding a balance in life is essential for success.

This decision holds immense importance for me because of the profound insights it offered. Surprisingly, the lessons I gained from it are not commonly known even among my elders. I have grown wiser through the challenges, fostering greater confidence and a willingness to take risks, ultimately living life on my own terms.

In conclusion, the decision to move to Pune and pursue my education there has been a significant milestone in my life. It taught me invaluable life lessons, making me more self-assured and capable of facing the world. While it had its share of challenges, I now appreciate how it has shaped me into the person I am today.